Security Corporal Salary in the United States

How much does a Security Corporal make in the United States?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Security Corporal in the United States is $90,914 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $44.

However, a Security Corporal's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $111,723
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $78,906 to $101,806
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $67,973
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Security Corporal Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $101,806 $8,484 $1,958 $49
Average $90,914 $7,576 $1,748 $44
25th Percentile $78,906 $6,575 $1,517 $38
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Key Factors That Influence Security Corporal Salaries

A Security Corporal's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Security Corporal Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Security Corporal's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $90,113
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $89,902
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $136,763
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $150,860
  • Expert (over 8 years): $190,740
Levels Salary
Security ... Level Security Corporal$90,113
Informati... Level Security Corporal$89,902
Informati... Level Security Corporal$136,763
Informati... Level Security Corporal$150,860
Informati... Level Security Corporal$190,740
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$136,763 2-4 yrs
$150,860 5-8 yrs
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How Do Security Corporal Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Security Corporals. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $100,660.
  • California: $100,278.
  • Massachusetts: $98,942.

Top Paying Cities for Security Corporals

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $114,670
  • San Francisco: $113,414
  • Oakland: $111,024

Security Corporal Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Security Corporal's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$78,906
Average $90,914/year
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Average $44/hour
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Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $101,806 $8,484 $1,958 $49
Average $90,914 $7,576 $1,748 $44
25th Percentile $78,906 $6,575 $1,517 $38

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